Legal Definitions - local action

Local action refers to actions taken by a municipality or local government in its own area of jurisdiction. This can include activities such as:

• Providing public services like garbage collection, road maintenance, and parks and recreation
• Enforcing local laws and regulations
• Issuing permits and licenses
• Managing local resources like water and land

For example, a city might take local action by building a new park for its residents to enjoy. This would be an activity conducted by the municipality in its proprietary capacity, meaning it is acting as a business or property owner rather than as a government entity.